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Freedom of City awarded to three Hamiltonians
Two former mayors and a champion of social justice have been awarded Hamilton's honour.

Designers of cycle helmets rewarded
The winning eight were the standouts amongst 1450 competition entries.

Musical blast primed for Meteor show, workshop
Proud of their quirky original songs — all written for the ukulele.

New sports park for Rototuna
The park will link with Rototuna Junior and Senior High schools.

Farmer's legacy aids Hamilton tertiary students
The trust, which is managed by Perpetual Guardian, has distributed close to $5 million

From backyard football to a semi-final against Spain
Hamilton footballer Grace Wisnewski has played a part in NZ's U17 FIFA World Cup campaign.

The Iguana: New spin on fish skins
Hoki skins are being used for a revolutionary new product in the Waikato.

Waikato farmer's legacy to tertiary education
A Te Awamutu student has a new future thanks to David Johnstone Charitable Trust.

Busy Christmas season in Hamilton
The largest Christmas tree in New Zealand will dominate Garden Place.

Waikato's Perry Bridge wins on world stage
The structure also won a top honour at the New Zealand Bridge Awards earlier this month.

Limelight Dance Academy enter Wonkaland
The school's show Alice In Wonkaland is being staged at Clarence Street Theatre

New Hamilton public art sculpture unveiled
The public are welcome to attend the outdoor ceremony at the Ferrybank reserve.

Regional Council on board with rail plan
Waikato Regional councillors hailed it as a terrific day.

Trains for $40 a day between Hamilton and Auckland
The total trip time from Frankton would be 88 minutes.

More bus delays as Hamilton drivers set up blockades
The blockades mean further delays for passengers today.

Two injured after truck and van collide south of Hamilton
A truck and a van have collided on SH1, south of Hamilton, this morning.

Niece of fisherman who died at Papanui Point 48-years ago still recalls the tragic time
Robyn-Jane Wren's uncle slipped at Papanui Point 48-years ago. She still remembers it.

Wishes grow on trees for 25 years
Twenty-five years of Wishing Trees at Kmart. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Little Miss Perfect winner for rose breeder
Rob describes what he does as the best job in the world

Award for services to the rose
Tauranga rose breeder Rob Somerfield received the New Zealand Rose Award

Tracking the teachers who trained at Melville campus
Do you remember this education leader from Hamilton in the 1960s?

Perry Bridge recognised at national awards
The bridge won just before it is judged in the international Structural Awards.

Two-ward system remains for Hamilton's 2019 local election
The two ward system will remain in place for Hamilton's next local government election.

Twins home to open an exhibition
The Topp Twins: An Exhibition for New Zealand is now open at Waikato Museum.

Triple-fatal crash: Help sought for children whose parents died
Jeremy and Tania Kay will be farewelled at Hamilton Gardens on Tuesday.

Battles re-enacted for Armistice Day
Soldiers camped out Armistice day commemorations. Made with funding from NZ on Air

Roaring Chorus will spread across the world
The eight bells of St. Peter's Anglican Cathedral will ring out across the Waikato River

Rose of the Year wins by a nose
Pacific Rose Bowl Festival brings colour to Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ On Air.